Developed by Social Accountability International (SAI), SA8000 was published in late 1997, revised in 2001 and reached its third edition in 2008. The standard, as well as the supporting independent certification process, provides the basis for a comprehensive and widely accepted approach for assuring fair and humane workplaces. SAI’s SA8000 system includes:
1. factory-level management system requirements for ongoing social compliance and continual improvement
2. independent, expert verification of compliance by certification bodies accredited by SAAS
3. involvement by stakeholders including participation by all key sectors in the SA8000 system: workers, trade unions, companies, socially responsible investors, non-governmental organisations and government
4. public reporting on SA8000 certified facilities through postings on the SAAS and SAI websites
5. training for workers, managers, auditors and other interested parties in effective use of SA8000
6. Research and publication of guidance in the effective use of SA8000.
7. Complaints, appeals and surveillance processes.
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